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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Arles to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arles to Avignon will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Arles for Avignon on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arles to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Arles to Avignon:
A train is $15 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arles to Avignon costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Bus takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (38m by bus vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, ZOU! Proximité.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 08:13AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Envia | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 03:31PM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Envia | Departure Time 06:28PM | Arrival Time 07:43PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Arles to Avignon buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 PM Arles | 0h20 | 4:20 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Arles | 0h30 | 6:20 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Arles | 0h20 | 6:50 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Arles | 0h20 | 9:10 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 PM Arles | 0h20 | 9:40 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Arles | 0h20 | 8:50 AM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 PM Arles | 0h20 | 1:10 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Arles | 0h10 | 2:20 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Arles to Avignon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:12, the last at 17:25. The fastest bus covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 9:12 AM |
Last bus 5:25 PM |
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Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Avignon’s main fine arts and archaeology museum, housed in an elegant 18th-century mansion with varied permanent collections.
Major contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and works by leading modern and contemporary artists.
The city’s grand ceremonial square in front of the Palais des Papes, lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Popular landscaped gardens with panoramic viewpoints over the Rhône, bridge, and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.
Picturesque canal-side street with waterwheels, stone facades, and one of Avignon’s most photogenic walks.
A slow-cooked Provençal beef stew braised with red wine, herbs, and vegetables, traditional across Provence and commonly enjoyed in Avignon.
A classic Provençal vegetable stew of tomato, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and herbs, strongly associated with the cuisine of southern France.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, olive oil, and herbs, typical of Provence and often served as a side or light main course.
A respected contemporary restaurant offering creative French cuisine with seasonal ingredients in a modern but relaxed atmosphere.
A well-known Avignon restaurant serving refined French and Provençal cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the historic center.
An established fine-dining address near the Palais des Papes, known for elegant regional cooking and an extensive Rhône wine selection.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals are manageable, but hotels and dining rise in peak season and during the festival.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service; 5-10% only for exceptional meals. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafés and hotels.
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